Lifeworlds 26. Speculative Designs & Embodied Imaginations - with Superflux
Dec 17, 2024
Anab Jain, co-founder of Superflux, a visionary design studio focused on ecological challenges, takes listeners on a journey through speculative design. She explores how imagination can redefine our relationship with nature and promote interspecies thriving. Jain discusses transformative concepts like multispecies banquets and rewilding urban spaces. By emphasizing emotional connections and responsible narratives, she highlights the role of design in fostering ecological awareness and hope amidst global challenges.
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Speculative Design's Purpose
- Speculative design uses storytelling and artifacts to imagine alternative futures.
- It bridges the gap between knowing and doing, addressing system homeostasis that hinders change.
Imagination's History
- Imagination and invention are fundamental human traits, driving societal progress.
- Post-Enlightenment focus on data may have overshadowed embodied intelligence and our ability to imagine.
Embodied Intelligence
- Embodied intelligence, connecting bodies with knowledge, is crucial for understanding the world.
- We primarily learn by experiencing the world, yet rely heavily on data for decision-making.
